The Lancaster Hotel
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Hotel Overview
Lovely historic hotel in downtown theatre district
We had a great stay at the Lancaster and with a special rate, it was an affordable price on a...
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RobertaLee
- Mar 4, 2013
Beautiful hotel!
Our stay at the Lancaster hotel was perfect. The staff were welcoming and really nice. Our room was...
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Marilyn2012
- Nov 25, 2012
Charm and history combine in this elegant downtown Houston hotel
Recently designated as one of the Historic Hotels of America, downtown Houston's The Lancaster combines stately elegance with sumptuous accommodations. The stylish hotel pampers guests with plush bathrobes and bedding, free Wi-Fi and complimentary car service to nearby attractions and businesses. The charming lobby area evokes a classic European ambiance, welcoming guests into an atmosphere of history and luxury. The Lancaster is situated in Houston's theater district and is close to many cultural, culinary and entertainment destinations.
- Located in downtown Houston
- Designated as one of the Historic Hotels of America
- Free car service to nearby attractions and businesses
Situated in Houston's theater district, The Lancaster boasts an ideal location for exploring the downtown area. Guests are close to major attractions, shopping, restaurants and entertainment. The hotel offers complimentary car service in the downtown area.
Guest rooms at The Lancaster are richly appointed, blending classic American design elements with modern amenities. Rooms are decorated in warm, welcoming colors with bright brass accents and soft lighting. Generously sized, rooms feature poster beds, comfortable seating area, work space, down duvets and feather pillows, free Wi-Fi, coffee maker and complimentary daily newspaper. Some suites include a full kitchen, spacious living room and full-sized dining room table. The 700-square-foot Presidential Suite offers sweeping views of Houston's downtown business and entertainment district.
The Lancaster has been recognized by Conde Nast Traveler as one of "the best places to stay in the world," landing the hotel on the magazine's Gold List. The hotel is Houston's only remaining historical landmark hotel.
The Lancaster's signature restaurant, The Bistro, is an elegantly designed dining room serving contemporary American cuisine. Signature dishes include crab cakes, grilled lamb meatballs and warm croissant bread pudding.
- William P. Hobby Airport (9.7 mi/20.9 km)
- George Bush Intercontinental Airport (15.5 mi/30.2 km)
- Free car service in downtown area
- Downtown Houston (0.2 mi/0.3 km)
- Toyota Center (0.7 mi/1.2 km)
- Houston museum district (5.4 mi/8.7 km)
- Minute Maid Park (5.7 mi/9.1 km)
- Reliant Stadium (5.9 mi/9.6 km)
- Business center
- Meeting facilities
- Free Wi-Fi
Those looking for business or event space find elegantly furnished meeting rooms at The Lancaster. The hotel features 1,250 square feet of event space with the latest audio/visual equipment and Internet access.
The Lancaster Hotel Rooms
- Deluxe
- 1 King Bed Suite Non Smoking
- Standard
- 1 King Bed Non Smoking
- Standard
- 2 Queen Beds Non Smoking
- Standard
- 1 Queen Bed Non Smoking
Amenities
- General
- Air conditioned
- Free local telephone calls
- Dining
- Restaurant
- Coffee maker in room
- Room service
- Services
- 24 hour front desk
- Business center
- Maid service
- Laundry service
- Concierge desk
- Laundry/Valet services
- Security
- Wake-up service
- Safe deposit box
- Copy service
- Conference suite
- Parking
- Valet parking
- Accessibility
- Accessible facilities
- Room
- Television with cable
- Cordless phone
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Mini bar
- Free newspaper
- Hairdryer in room
- Microwave
- Cribs available
- Sofa bed
- Iron
- Ironing board
Hotel Map
- Nearby airports
- William P. Hobby Airport, (HOU), 11.50, MI, SE; George Bush Intercontinental Airport, (IAH), 20.20, MI, S;
- Area description
- City Center
Nearby points of interest
- Jones Hall: 0 mi
- Alley Theatre: 0.1 mi
- Houston Grand Opera: 0.1 mi
- Market Square Park: 0.2 mi
- Christ Church Cathedral: 0.3 mi
- Hobby Center for the Performing Arts: 0.3 mi
- Sam Houston Park: 0.4 mi
- Toyota Center: 0.7 mi
- The Menil Collection: 2.6 mi
- Holocaust Museum Houston: 2.8 mi
- Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden: 2.9 mi
- The Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden: 2.9 mi
- Museum of Fine Arts: 2.9 mi
- Children's Museum of Houston: 2.9 mi
- Houston Museum of Natural Science: 3.1 mi
- Jones Hall: 0 mi
- Alley Theatre: 0.1 mi
- Houston Grand Opera: 0.1 mi
- Market Square Park: 0.2 mi
- Christ Church Cathedral: 0.3 mi
- Hobby Center for the Performing Arts: 0.3 mi
- Sam Houston Park: 0.4 mi
- Toyota Center: 0.7 mi
- The Menil Collection: 2.6 mi
- Holocaust Museum Houston: 2.8 mi
- Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden: 2.9 mi
- The Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden: 2.9 mi
- Museum of Fine Arts: 2.9 mi
- Children's Museum of Houston: 2.9 mi
- Houston Museum of Natural Science: 3.1 mi
- Miller Outdoor Theatre: 3.3 mi
- Beer Can House: 3.3 mi
- Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens: 3.4 mi
- Houston Zoo: 3.5 mi
- Hermann Park: 3.5 mi
- Rice University Trail: 3.9 mi
- Houston Arboretum and Nature Center: 5.2 mi
- Minute Maid Park: 5.7 mi
- Reliant Stadium: 5.9 mi
- Water Wall: 6.1 mi
- Houston Symphony: 7.2 mi
- Houston Chinatown: 12.7 mi
- Cockrell Butterfly Garden: 13 mi
- Discovery Garden: 17.6 mi
- Wortham Center: 18.5 mi
Dining
- Sambuca
- American cuisine with live music daily. Located 2 blocks from the hotel.
- Hard Rock Cafe
- American Cuisine located 2 blocks from hotel in Bayou Live! which is a group of bars,restaurants and home of the Bayou Music Center who welcomes acts such as, Mariah Carey and Kesha.
- Azuma Sushi
- Asian/Sushi cuisine located only 2 blocks away from hotel.
- Birraporettis
- Italian cuisine located across the street from the hotel.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 03:00 PM
- Check-out:
- 12:00 PM
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (43)
Ratings and reviews for The Lancaster Hotel
- All travelers (43) 4 / 5
- Business (15) 4 / 5
- Couples (17) 4 / 5
- Families (4) 4.3 / 5
- Friends (2) 4 / 5
- Singles (4) 3.3 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (1) 5 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.8
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.3
- Hotel staff:
- 4.6
- Room comfort:
- 4.2
- Location:
- 4.6
- Value:
- 4.1
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Marilyn2012
Beautiful hotel!
Our stay at the Lancaster hotel was perfect. The staff were welcoming and really nice. Our room was clean, comfortable, and very pretty. I would love to be able to stay there again!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Entertainment tip:
Short walk from hotel
Very close to theaters, the Bayou Music Center, and the Hard Rock Cafe.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Jesse Jr
Getaway in Houston
The Lancaster Hotel was fantastic! Superb location and staff! Our stay was very welcoming. I am definitely staying at this hotel again!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Daringdave
Lancaster
Historic hotel and good value for downtown but needs more icemachines and vending. Our room was in the rear corner and shaped oddly. The TV was on a side wall from the bed and the wall bracket was defective. Interesting. Still ok for a weekend access to the Theater.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Kraftdelux
Business trip
I wouldn't call this s 4 star hotel. It lacks in amenities I think a 4 star should have, like a pool or spa. That being said, the staff was great and their car service until 11pm is so great, it makes a rental car if your just working downtown obsolete.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Comfort Lady
Business trip
Most comfortable bed and pillows I've had away from home. Quiet. My only complaint was the tablecloth in the dining room was dirty and I had to request a different table even though the wait staff was aware. I would stay there again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Bjhoghead
Houston
Very clean hotel. Its an older hotel. Its ideal if you are visting venues on Texas Ave.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Maurice1111
Awesome
Awesome. beautiful. Great location. Great hospitality. I will definitely he back.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Slowboat
Throwback
The Lancaster has that feel of days gone by. You get the feel that there truly were gas lamps everywhere. Haven't been to a decent hotel in years where they gave you a real key rather than a plastic card. Really nice staff. Not much of an exercise room - but if you just need a treadmill or the stepping machine, they work fine. The bed was as comfortable as any I have slept in in years on the road...
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Lucky tourist
Nice hotel in downtown Houston
The hotel is conveniently located in downtown Houston, the rooms are nice and clean although a little small. The staff was very friendly and helpful, very good restaurant on the first floor.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Lucky tourist
Historic hotel in downtown Houston
Conveniently located in downtown Houston, the staff is very friendly and helpful, great restaurant on the ground floor. The room was not very large but comfortable enough. Hot water in the shower was barely warm sometimes but it was not a big problem. I would give it 4 out of 5.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
Houston Museum of Fine Arts and Museum of Natural Science are great places to visit.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
The Lancaster
This hotel is very luxurious. It is a historical building which added a lot of charm. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend this hotel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5